A 4.5-meter sculpture in Chichester, UK, has become the talk of the town—and not for the right reasons. Commissioned for £6,000, the willow-branch creation was meant to resemble a delicate sea snail, but locals are calling it a colossal failure, comparing it to a 'giant poop emoji.' Criticism has poured in, with many branding it a waste of public funds. Could this be the most controversial sculpture in recent memory? Dive into the uproar surrounding this bizarre installation!
The Periwinkle Shelter sculpture was designed to mimic a tiny sea snail. However, the 4.5-meter-tall sculpture, woven from willow branches, has been widely regarded as a wasteful expenditure.
According to The Sun, the sculpture was unveiled at the Earnley Viewpoint in the Medmerry Nature Reserve and has been a hot topic among the public since last week. The controversial structure remains on display.
It was inspired by archaeological findings in the area during conservation work, where a sea snail was discovered among the remnants of a medieval fish basket. The sculpture was intended to reflect the region's Bronze and Medieval Age history.
Councillor John Cross described it as a captivating piece telling a story inspired by archaeological excavations. These excavations unearthed remnants of a circular Bronze Age roundhouse and cemeteries dating back to 100 BCE, extending into the Medieval era.
'The idea of marking the South Coast's rich coastal heritage with a giant poop emoji is hilarious. But considering the current levels of raw sewage in the sea, it might actually be perfectly appropriate.'